BUILDING WILMINGTON'S FUTURE, TOGETHER
A union-backed, member-owned residential construction cooperative creating dignified careers and stronger communities.
A Worker-Owned Cooperative Rooted in Wilmington
Delaware 1st Cooperative is built on democratic ownership — every member has one vote, one voice, and a real stake in the work we do.
As a proud union signatory with Laborers Local 199, we combine the strength of organized labor with the equity of cooperative ownership to deliver quality construction and dignified careers.
Construction Services with Purpose
Construction
Residential and light commercial builds, additions, and renovations by union-trained crews.
Masonry
Brick, block, and stonework for foundations, facades, and hardscaping that lasts.
Site Work
Grading, excavation, and site preparation to get every project started right.
Community Garden Development
Raised beds, sheds, fencing, and irrigation for neighborhood gardens that feed the community.
Green Infrastructure
Rain gardens, permeable surfaces, and stormwater solutions protecting Wilmington's waterways.
Neighborhood Revitalization
Block-by-block improvements and public space upgrades that strengthen community pride.
Backed by Community, Built for Community
Founding grant from LEEP, JP Morgan Chase & DE Opioid Settlement Fund
Founding members
Wilmington-based, Delaware-rooted
Laborers Local 199 union signatory
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